Kansas Republicans fear losing Senate seat held for nearly a century

Republicans fear losing a Kansas Senate seat they have held since 1932, driven by President Donald Trump's unpopularity and the cost-of-living crisis, giving Democrats a rare chance to flip it. The race between Republican incumbent John Marshal and Democrat Adam Hamilton is neck and neck. Hamilton, a pastor of a large Methodist church, has raised more money than Marshal, with Democratic groups committing over $38 million versus $32 million for Republicans. Early voting has more than doubled, favoring Democrats, while Marshal relies on personal attacks, calling Hamilton "too woke." Kansas has moderate Republican and independent voters who backed abortion rights in 2022, boosting Democratic hopes, but tribal GOP loyalty remains a risk. Vice President JD Vance will visit next week after Trump campaigned, testing whether they can overcome the anti-incumbency wave.